Image: Ray Geselle Desert Bighorn with Bronson Outfitting
The Utah Wild Sheep Foundation 2024 Banquet is gearing up to be an unforgettable event for conservation enthusiasts and hunting aficionados alike. This year’s banquet serves as a celebration of Utah Wild Sheep Foundation and its members, but its purpose is even more impactful.
This annual event is the most important driver in supporting Utah Wild Sheep Foundation’s conservation projects, providing, in a single night, most of the funding dollars for the year’s project. It does this through offering attendees the chance to participate in an exciting, exclusive auction and drawing for coveted hunting tags. Here’s a detailed look at the auction and drawing tags that will be up for grabs during this event.
Utah Wild Sheep Foundation 2024 Auction Tags
Hunt #1 – Statewide Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep
This is a golden opportunity for hunters dreaming of pursuing the majestic Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep across Utah’s diverse landscapes. Available to anyone interested, this tag opens the door to statewide hunting adventures.
Hunt #2 – Fillmore, Oak Creek Early California Bighorn Sheep
Another fantastic opportunity for hunters, this tag allows the pursuit of the California Bighorn Sheep in the scenic Fillmore, Oak Creek area. It’s a chance to hunt a subspecies that’s both challenging and rewarding.
Hunt #3 – Kaiparowitz West Desert Bighorn Sheep
This tag focuses on the West Desert Bighorn Sheep in the Kaiparowitz area, offering a unique hunting experience in one of Utah’s rugged and beautiful desert landscapes. It’s an ideal hunt for those looking for a challenge in a distinct environment.
Hunt #4 – San Rafael South Desert Bighorn Sheep
Hunters can bid on the chance to pursue South Desert Bighorn Sheep in the San Rafael area, another tag that promises an unforgettable hunting adventure in the picturesque Utah desert.
Utah Wild Sheep Foundation 2024 Banquet Drawing Tags
Hunt #1 – Arctic Red River Outfitters NWT Call Sheep 2025/2026
This drawing tag is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to venture into the Northwest Territories with Arctic Red River Outfitters for a Call Sheep hunt scheduled for 2025/2026. It’s a dream hunt for those seeking adventure in Canada’s wild northern frontier.
Additional Auction Hunts Available at the Utah Wild Sheep Foundation Banquet
In addition to the bighorn sheep tags, the banquet will also feature auction hunts for Turkey, Wolf, Aerial Coyote, Mountain Lion, Black Bear, and international hunts in Mexico, Argentina, and South Africa. These hunts provide a broad spectrum of hunting experiences, from the traditional to the exotic, catering to a wide range of hunting interests and passions.
Prizes and More
The banquet isn’t just about the hunts; it’s also about the community and supporting a great cause. Attendees can look forward to general door prizes, a special Life Member door prize, and a Corporate Table prize, adding an extra layer of excitement to the event.
This year’s Utah Wild Sheep Foundation Banquet is expected to be bigger than ever. It’s an opportunity to support wild sheep populations, win incredible hunting experiences, and share a memorable evening with like-minded individuals. Whether you’re there to bid on a hunt of a lifetime or simply to support the cause, the banquet promises to be an event you won’t want to miss.